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Devens celebrates opening of new manufacturing facility
DEVENS — Fluid technology firm Watson-Marlow showcased its new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility at a recent event event with industry leaders, discussing the factors that attracted them to Massachusetts. The award-winning 150,000 square-foot facility is Watson-Marlow’s first manufacturing location in the U.S. and is the company’s new North American headquarters....
Four years, one home
When I arrived at Tufts in September 2020, I was alone, attempting to get my two large suitcases from Gantcher Field House to Tilton Hall. I didn’t recognize campus — when I toured in February 2019, a layer of barren, snow-covered trees created an entirely different landscape than the one I’d just arrived in. Stepping into the world for the first time amid a pandemic, leaving everything I knew on the other end of the country… it was a daunting prospect. A mom of another first-year student saw me struggling and ran over, offering to drive me to my dorm. We soon discovered that her son was living in the same building as me. This random act of kindness was my first interaction as a Tufts student, and proved to me that even when I thought I was alone, at Tufts, I never was. Like the thousands of Jumbos that once walked these streets, this place became my home.
Police investigating after 2 swans killed with 'projectile' in Westford, Massachusetts
Police are investigating the deaths of two swans found with suspected injuries from a projectile in Westford, Massachusetts. The Westford Police Department said the swans were found in a wooded area between Lakeside Terrace and Newport Drive on Nabnasset Lake. Local officers are working with Massachusetts Environmental Police and Westford Animal Control on the investigation.
Holden company slapped with $15K fine for PFAS contamination
HOLDEN — The state has fined a Holden company for not notifying authorities in a timely manner of its release of hazardous materials that contaminated groundwater. Avient Colorants USA LLC, a maker of paints and coatings, was slapped with a $15,125 fine by the state Department of Environmental Protection, according to a state press release. The agency said Avient discovered PFAS in groundwater at the company's property at 85 Industrial Drive but didn't follow state law for timely notification.
Worcester Tech graduate is honored as city's first ever US Presidential Scholar
WORCESTER — Alijandro Ian Mendoza thought he would be one of many honored at a Wednesday event at his alma mater, Worcester Technical High School. However, when he saw the smaller audience size and a flag that included the Filipino flag design, he felt something was up. "It was...
Worcester Police Arrest Two, Seize Illegal Firearms Following ShotSpotter Alert
Two males, one a juvenile, were nabbed by Worcester’s finest on Reservoir St, where they were allegedly toting illegal heat. In a nighttime bust on Tuesday, officers from the local Crime Gun Intelligence Unit, assisted by Gang Unit colleagues and two ATF agents, swooped in on the suspects following a previous shooting in the area.
It was worth the wait for a walk-off victory
May 2, Acton Boxborough Regional High School girls softball team: A great pitcher’s duel between A-B’s Ila Gillespie and Shrewsbury’s Marcia Bentley was ultimately decided by errors, as the A-B Revolution eked out a 4-3 extra-inning, walk-off victory over the Shrewsbury Colonials. The Revs clung to a 2-0 lead until their guests scored three runs in the sixth inning via an error, followed by three straight doubles. A-B tied it in the sixth when Anya Weir singled, Georgia Ammendolia reached on an error, and Alice Rosecan and Clara Innella both singled.
Man Shot Before Crashing Car Into Worcester Home Has Died
A 19-year-old man who was shot while driving and crashed his car into a home in Worcester has died from his injuries more than two weeks later, authorities said. The man's death was announced on Friday, May 17. Police have not released his name. Officers said the man crashed his vehicle i…
$100K Lottery Ticket Sold In Fitchburg
The winner claimed the ticket on Thursday, May 16. They purchased the "Quick $100s" ticket at Topps Liquor at 128 Water St. in Fitchburg. The store will receive a $1,000 bonus for the sale. The winner's name was not released. The lottery boasted 571 winners who collected $600 or more...
Hopkinton man pleads guilty to more than $1 million tax, mail fraud
A Hopkinton man pleaded guilty to tax and mail fraud charges this week after he failed to pay more than $1 million in employment taxes, according to acting U.S. Attorney for Massachusetts Joshua S. Levy’s office. Dariusz Pietron, 51, pleaded guilty to three counts of failure to collect and...
Time to shine for QCC graduates at commencement ceremony in DCU Center
WORCESTER — Friday afternoon was Quinsigamond Community College graduates' time to shine as the college held its 59th commencement ceremony at the DCU Center. Making it to graduation day holds special meaning to Quinsigamond Community College students, who include students from less financially secure backgrounds, older students and students who attend classes while working a full-time job or raising a family.
2 swans found dead, apparently shot, in Westford, police say
Police are investigating the deaths of two swans that were apparently shot, officials in Westford, Massachusetts, said Thursday, asking for the public's help in finding anything suspicious that might have taken place in the area. The swans were found Tuesday in a wooded area on the western side of Nabnasset...
Monty Tech junior brainstormed to aid her fellow students in need. How the 'Nook' came to be
When students return to Monty Tech in the fall, they will find a new pantry at the school aimed at providing necessary everyday items to students free of charge. The “Nook,” which was created by student Jaida Ackeifi, a junior, and Katy Whitaker, the school’s development coordinator, will be stocked with everything from hygiene items, snacks, drinks, phone chargers, cereal, and microwaveable meals – just about anything a student might need to get through the day. ...
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